What was the special mission of John the Baptist?

Answer

"There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. The same came for a witness, to bear witness of
the Light, that all men through him might believe." John 1: 6, 7.

Upon what conditions is an understanding of divine things promised ?
Upon what did he rest his hope for forgiveness?
What remarkable experience attended the baptism of Jesus?
What did Isaiah say Christ would do with the law?
By what means did Christ claim to cast out devils?
What description does the prophet Jeremiah give of the earth during this time?
How much of the promised possession did Abraham expect during his lifetime?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle